Daniel Platzman Bio: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Imagine Dragons, Height, Parents, Songs

Daniel Platzman is an American musician, composer, and record producer, best known as the former drummer and backing vocalist for the Grammy-winning pop-rock band Imagine Dragons.

His contributions to the band’s innovative sound and his work in film scoring have established him as a versatile talent in the music industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Daniel Wayne Platzman
• Stage Name: Daniel Platzman
• Born: September 28, 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: American Musician, Composer, Record Producer, and Drummer
• Height: 5’7″
• Parents: Mr and Mrs Platzman
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Not Married
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million to $8 million

Early Life and Education

Daniel Wayne Platzman was born on September 28, 1986, in Atlanta, Georgia. Raised in a family that encouraged his musical talents, he began playing the drums at age three, later exploring guitar, piano, viola, cello, and trumpet.

His early exposure to diverse musical genres, including jazz and classical, shaped his versatile approach to music. Platzman attended Berklee College of Music in Boston, where he earned a degree in film scoring, studying alongside future Imagine Dragons bandmates Ben McKee and Wayne Sermon.

At Berklee, he honed his skills in composition and performance, participating in ensembles and developing a passion for music production. His academic focus on film scoring laid the groundwork for his later work in soundtracks.

After graduating, he moved to Las Vegas to join Imagine Dragons, marking a pivotal shift from academia to a professional music career.

Career

Daniel Platzman joined Imagine Dragons in 2011, invited by guitarist Wayne Sermon, completing the lineup with Dan Reynolds and Ben McKee. The band gained early recognition in Las Vegas, winning local awards like “Best CD of 2011” (Vegas SEVEN) and “Best Local Indie Band 2010” (Las Vegas Weekly).

Signed to Interscope Records in 2011, their debut album, Night Visions (2012), reached #2 on the Billboard 200, featuring hits like “Radioactive” (diamond-certified, #3 Billboard Hot 100), “It’s Time” (#15), and “Demons” (#6). “Radioactive” won a Grammy for Best Rock Performance and set a record for 23 weeks atop the Billboard Hot Rock Songs chart.

Platzman contributed drums, viola, and backing vocals to subsequent albums: Smoke + Mirrors (2015, #1 Billboard 200), Evolve (2017), Origins (2018), Mercury – Act 1 (2021), and Mercury – Act 2 (2022). He co-wrote songs like “Demons” and “I Bet My Life” and worked on soundtracks for films like Suicide Squad (“Sucker for Pain”), The Host, Iron Man 3 (“Ready Aim Fire”), Hunger Games: Catching Fire (“Who We Are”), and Transformers: Age of Extinction (“Battle Cry”).

As a composer, he scored short films like The Last Abduction (2015) and TV episodes, and collaborated with artists like Hans Zimmer and Steve Mazzaro. In August 2024, Platzman announced his departure from Imagine Dragons to focus on solo projects and film scoring, maintaining a positive relationship with the band.

His social media presence includes occasional posts about his music and scoring work.

Awards and Nominations

• Winner: Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance (2014) – “Radioactive” (Imagine Dragons)
• Winner: Billboard Music Award for Best Rock Album (2014) – Night Visions (Imagine Dragons)
• Nomination: Grammy Award for Record of the Year (2014) – “Radioactive” (Imagine Dragons)
• Additional local awards with Imagine Dragons: “Best CD of 2011” (Vegas SEVEN), “Best Local Indie Band 2010” (Las Vegas Weekly), “Las Vegas’ Newest Must See Live Act” (Las Vegas CityLife).

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @danielplatzman
• Twitter/X Handle: @DanielPlatzman
• official channel, @ImagineDragons)

Personal Life

Daniel Platzman resides in Los Angeles, California. A Libra, he stands between 5’7″ and 5’9″ (reports vary), with a lean build and a low-key style.

He is single, with no confirmed relationships or children, keeping his personal life private. Platzman is passionate about environmental causes, supporting organizations like the Sierra Club, and enjoys hiking, aligning with his love for nature.

His hobbies include composing, playing multiple instruments, and exploring film scoring techniques. Known for his reserved demeanor compared to his bandmates, he maintains a controversy-free image, focusing on his craft and creative projects.

His departure from Imagine Dragons in 2024 was amicable, with no reported conflicts, and he continues to engage fans through occasional social media updates about his solo work.

Filmography

• The Last Abduction (2015, Short Film) – Composer
• Suicide Squad (2016) – Soundtrack Contributor (“Sucker for Pain” by Imagine Dragons)
• The Host (2013) – Soundtrack Contributor
• Iron Man 3 (2013) – Soundtrack Contributor (“Ready Aim Fire”)
• Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) – Soundtrack Contributor (“Who We Are”)
• Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014) – Soundtrack Contributor (“Battle Cry”)
• League of Legends World Championships (2014) – Soundtrack Contributor (“Warriors”)

Discography (with Imagine Dragons):

• Night Visions (Album, 2012) – Singles: “It’s Time,” “Radioactive,” “Demons”
• Smoke + Mirrors (Album, 2015) – Singles: “I Bet My Life,” “Gold,” “Shots”
• Evolve (Album, 2017) – Singles: “Believer,” “Thunder,” “Whatever It Takes”
• Origins (Album, 2018) – Singles: “Natural,” “Bad Liar”
• Mercury – Act 1 (Album, 2021) – Singles: “Follow You,” “Cutthroat”
• Mercury – Act 2 (Album, 2022) – Singles: “Bones,” “Sharks”

Net Worth

Daniel Platzman’s estimated net worth ranges from $2 million to $8 million. His wealth comes from his role in Imagine Dragons, including album sales (over 20 million worldwide), touring, songwriting royalties, and soundtrack contributions.